Sr.Demand Planner

We are seeking a Senior Demand Planner to join our team in Milpitas, CA. As a Sr. Demand Planner, you will be responsible for developing data-driven analysis of demand to generate forecasts for multiple product families over a 12-month time horizon.

Responsibilities:

• Develop high-quality analysis of demand to generate forecasts at multiple levels of aggregation for 12-month time horizons over multiple product families.
• Review historical sales trends, research demand drivers, and develop statistical analysis of market trends.
• Perform promo- and event-related analysis and have ownership of forecast data, report generation, and management.
• Identify gaps in weekly, monthly, and quarterly forecasts, especially related to sell-through trends and channel inventory.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment in supply and demand assumptions.
• Provide crucial insights into the area of business and input into forecast models.
• Use and maintain Oracle Cloud SCM Applications as the primary forecasting system tool.
• Contribute to managing product lifecycles by collaborating with cross-functional teams in developing inventory strategies.
• Generate and manage New Product Introduction (NPI) forecasts through product ideation until launch.
• Contribute to End-of-Life (EOL) strategies, such as markdown strategies and/or product position strategies.
• Prepare reports and presentations.
• Drive continuous improvement opportunities in processes and business results.
• Work with the Demand Manager to consolidate regional plans, perform analysis, and validate regional assumptions and data accuracy.
• Support the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process by following key monthly milestones and providing forecast inputs.
• Support day-to-day business transactions and reporting activities as requested by the group lead.

Requirements:

• Strong analytical skills, experience with large data sets and data analysis, including financial scenario analysis.
• Excellent Excel skills.
• Ability to articulate the rationale and calculation behind your forecast.
• Self-motivated, comfortable working with ambiguity and managing complexity in a global, fast-paced organisation.
• Aptitude for blending quantitative and qualitative data.
• Proven ability to track and manage ongoing activities within a project.
• Excellent English communication skills - both verbal and written.
• Experience working in cross-functional teams to drive projects to completion.
• Independent self-starter who can handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of experience.
• Minimum 8+ years of data analytics/demand planning/forecasting experience with demonstrated success.
• Experience using Oracle SCM Applications and Power BI a plus.
• Computer hardware, peripherals, and gaming experience a big plus.

Salary: $130,000 - $155,000 USD per year